Contents
- Weather in February
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in February
- Average pressure in February
- Average wind speed in February
- Average humidity in February
- Average rainfall in February
- Average rainfall days in February
- Average sea temperature in February
- Average daylight in February
- Average sunshine in February
- Average sunshine days in February
- Average UV index in February
- Average cloud cover in February
- Average visibility in February
Weather in February
Temperature
Santa Cruz starts February with an average high-temperature of a still moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from January. An average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is expected during February.Humidity
The average relative humidity in February in Santa Cruz, California, is 72%.Rainfall
In February, in Santa Cruz, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout February, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Santa Cruz, there are 77.9 rainfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Santa Cruz, in February, the average water temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).Note: Diving into 54.1°F (12.3°C) is practical below 50°F (10°C), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 55.4°F (13°C) feels ice-cold.
Daylight
In Santa Cruz, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 52min.On the first day of February in Santa Cruz, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in February is 6.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz, California, are February and November, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in February, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Santa Cruz in February?
What is the average humidity in February in Santa Cruz?
How many days does it rain in February in Santa Cruz?
What is the ocean temperature in February in Santa Cruz?
How many hours of daylight does Santa Cruz have in February?
When is the sunrise / sunset in February in Santa Cruz?
How many hours of sunshine does Santa Cruz have in February?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz?
What is the UV index intensity in February in Santa Cruz?
Average temperature in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average high temperature in February: 59.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.2°F).
- Average low temperature in February: 45.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (45.5°F).
Average pressure in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average pressure in February: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average wind speed in February: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average humidity in February: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average rainfall in February: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average rainfall days in February: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).
Average sea temperature in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average sea temperature in February: 54°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (58.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.9°F).
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average daylight in February: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in February: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average sunshine days in February: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.4 days).
Average UV index in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average UV index in February: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and November (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average cloud cover in February: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in February
Santa Cruz, CA
- Average visibility in February: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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